2008 almost gone

[KNJ]

As we come to the close of another year and near holiday season. I for one am glad for this year to be finished. I haven't been online as much this year, my father had a stroke on Jan 1, was hospitalized off and on and in a rehab facilty until his death July 29. If you have not experienced the loss of a parent, it is hard to understand, it is more difficult when it is the only remaining parent. However my faith has seen me through.

So here is to a wonderful holiday season, be thankful of all those in your life
live every day as if it were your last. What 2009 will bring is unknown, so lets make it a great year!

[Andy M.]

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Hey sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. I too lost my Dad very suddenly in 2006. The holidays are a tough time of year when it comes to the loss of a loved one. You are correct in saying that faith and friends will see you through.

Be thankful for the family you still have, know that your Dad is in a better place, and stick around here if you need someone to talk to we are always here. Keep your chin up my friend, time will heal you heart.

Andy M.

[Michael Stoops]

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Be thankful for the family you still have, know that your Dad is in a better place, and stick around here if you need someone to talk to we are always here. Keep your chin up my friend, time will heal you heart.

Well said, Andy, well said. My father passed away Thanksgiving weekend 2005, a day shy of his 84th birthday, so I certainly know what you've been going through. Family, faith and time.

[Paul S]

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Sorry to hear about your loss. The best way to honor a late father is to carry on to the best of your ability and make him proud to say you are his son.

Paul

[dave40co]

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Sorry about your loss friend. I was on another site and someone was complaining that they detailed their Dad's car and the Dad took it through a car wash. I was thinking, I wish my Dad was around so I could take his car to the car wash for him!

Hope you have a better 2009.

[J. A. Michaels]

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Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Here is hoping everyone has a great 2009.

[imacarnut]

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i know what you mean, i loss my only sister on easter this year and it is still very hard to deal/cope with. for anyone who hasn't lost a family member, it's unlike anything i have ever experienced before, and you never think that something like this can/will happen to you. just look forward to everyday and be thankful for what you got/have, keep your head up, and most importantly, never forget him or her...

[jfelbab]

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My sincere sympathy for your loss. I have seen both of my parents go as well. The world seems a colder place without them but it is the natural order of life. I hope you can draw solace in the fact that your dad is likely in a better place now and will be guiding you throughout your life. All you need do in a difficult situation is to listen for his guidance.

For me the holidays are the most difficult. I miss the Thanksgiving dinner and the traditional Christmas eve gathering. Still, I feel their presence and that makes things ok.